Senior M&E QS – Lead Commercials on Major Projects

Ad Warrior Ltd; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ad Warrior Ltd is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of mechanical and electrical projects across a range of sectors. You will ensure profitability, manage risk, and advise on contract administration from pre-contract through final accounts.

The role requires strong NEC contract knowledge, excellent organisation, and the ability to influence project outcomes through proactive commercial management. Projects span from Manchester to North London.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of NEC forms of contract and contract law.
• Ability to manage commercial risk and maximise project profitability.
• Proven experience in pre-contract support, procurement and final account settlement.
• Excellent organisation and ability to influence project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial performance of multiple M&E projects from contract award through to final account.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, forecasts and profitability.
• Prepare and present monthly cost reports and commercial reviews.
• Ensure projects deliver in line with commercial objectives and targets.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support Project Managers and Contracts Managers with commercial decision-making.
• Administer contracts and provide expert contractual guidance to project teams.
• Manage Early Warning Notices, Compensation Events and contractual correspondence.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and timescales.
• Negotiate contract amendments, settlements and dispute resolution where required.
• Maintain accurate contractual records and audit trails.
• Procure subcontract packages and major materials.
• Prepare enquiries, analyse quotations and undertake commercial evaluations.
• Negotiate subcontract T&Cs and manage subcontractors.

Skills

NEC contracts knowledge

Commercial awareness

Contract administration

Negotiation

Job description

Ad Warrior Ltd is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of mechanical and electrical projects across a range of sectors. You will ensure profitability, manage risk, and advise on contract administration from pre-contract through final accounts.

The role requires strong NEC contract knowledge, excellent organisation, and the ability to influence project outcomes through proactive commercial management. Projects span from Manchester to North London.